I discovered Abbey Lincoln when I watched this TV show back in 1980’s. It was David Sanborn’s first foray into TV, Night Music. I was mesmerized by her voice and from that time forward I listened to her music. This is a clip of her performance on Night Music. David Sanborn, Hiram Bullock,Omar Hakim, Don Alias, and Philippe Saisse backs her up. RIP Abbey Lincoln!
It is a rarity for our job to be our passion. Many of us know it’s not and we know what we really love to do. Our passion is what makes us happy, content, and satisfied inside our spirit. For me it is writing. Life is a journey and it is important to be open to all the experiences in it. It is those experiences good and bad that develops and grooms us. Those experiences prepares us to do what we really love to do. It is the breath of inspiration.
What more can I add? Nothing.
Mavis Staples is one of many singers who does not get any recognition for her music much less the great causes she has stood up for in her life. This song is a classic and Mavis puts her soul into it.
This series was some of the best educational programming EVER on network television. It is timeless and I along with millions of other kids in the 70’s grew up on this. Take a moment to reminisce, call the kids to the computer, and maybe take some notes because you forgot the subject. Don’t worry though, next Saturday the Soul Brother will post another episode.
Let’s continue embracing new technologies!
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This is great example of Haitian rebuilding.
Wyclef in this commentary explains his inspirations and further illuminates his reasons for running for President of Haiti.
Dr. Laura’s n-word rant reflects trend of intolerance
Very good article from Ronda Racha Penrice.
Dr. Laura’s n-word rant reflects trend of intolerance.